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Outer Elbow Pain & Tennis Elbow Pain

RapidForce Shapes are uniquely designed to provide pain relief and dynamic mechanical support to the muscles, ligaments and tendons of the elbow.

People managing an outer elbow injury, more commonly called tennis elbow, can expect to feel a dull ache, tenderness, or a burning feeling in the elbow itself, but the pain may spread to or be experienced solely in the wrist, fingers, or neck. Injured people will often report pain in the outside or lateral part of the arm, pain in the back of the forearm, elbow pain when straightening the arm, or pain when lifting the arm. The elbow bone might appear swollen or inflamed, and it may be difficult or painful to grip objects, lift items, or make minute movements, such as typing or turning a screwdriver.

The RapidForce L Shape (outer left arm) and Reverse L Shape (outer right arm) are designed to help reduce outer elbow pain. The L Shape’s central core is placed atop the area with the most pain, and the two arms are stretched outward, creating dynamic structural support.

Disclaimer: Please see your medical professional with any kind of pain. Pain could be an indication of a serious condition. RapidForce Shapes are not meant to replace professional medical advice, professional treatment, or a professional treatment plan.

RapidForce Shapes for Outer Elbow Pain & Tennis Elbow

Application Instructions

Time it Right

While RapidForce Shapes can be applied at any time, they should be applied 1–2 hours before beginning strenuous physical activity. The Shapes can start working is as little as two hours, but some applications take up to four hours.

Prep Skin Thoroughly

Wash and dry the skin to remove oils, moisture, and dirt. Trim or shave body hair; this helps create a more secure bond and more comfortable removal. Apply the provided Skin Tac liquid adhesive wipe. Allow 30 seconds for it to dry.

Customize Stretch

Secure the Shape’s central core to the most painful spot. For daily wear or moderate-to-light athletics, a mild stretch of 1/2” is ideal. Application instructions vary based on Shape, so read and follow the instructions mailed with your shape(s).

Secure Bond

With both the Shape and the skin at room temperature, carefully begin applying the shape. Once the shape is secure, rub it vigorously to maximize adhesive bond to skin.

1. Select an L Shape based on your needs.

The L Shape is designed for outer pain the left arm, and the Reverse L Shape is designed for the right arm.

2. Apply the central core of the L Shape

Press around your outer elbow to find the area of highest pain. Peel off the backing of the center part of the L Shape. Bend your arm to a 90-degree angle and place the center of the L Shape directly over the area of highest pain. Press to secure the bond.

3. Apply the shorter arm of the L Shape

Peel off the middle backing of the shorter arm of the L Shape, leaving the end tab in place. Customize the stretch based on the intensity of your activity and place the arm parallel to the bone of your upper arm. Smooth the fabric onto the skin, moving from the center of the L Shape outwards. Remove the backing from the end tab and place on the skin. Do not stretch this small piece. Press over the entire arm of the L Shape for about 10 seconds to secure the bond.

4. Apply the long arm of the L Shape

With your arm still bent, have your thumb facing upward and palm facing your body. As you apply the long arm of the L Shape, rotate your arm so that your palm finishes in the downward position. Peel off the middle backing of the longer arm of the L Shape, leaving the end tab in place.

5. Place long arm down forearm

As you slowly rotate your arm so that the palm is in the down position, place the long arm of the L Shape down your forearm toward your thumb, customizing the stretch for level of activity. Smooth the fabric onto the skin moving from the center of the L Shape outwards. Remove the backing from the end tab and place on the skin. Do not stretch this small piece. Press over the entire arm of the L Shape for about 10 seconds to secure the bond.

6. Customize

Wrapping the long arm of the L Shape will provide more support and restriction in movement. For less restriction, apply the long arm of the L Shape straight down the forearm.

7. Feel Relief and Remove

You may begin feeling relief within a few hours. However, it could take up to 24 hours. RapidForce shapes can provide pain relief and muscle support for up to five days but can be removed at any time. To remove, pull from the end of the arms to the center. If hair is present, pull in the direction of the hair’s growth to reduce discomfort. For easier removal, use mild warm water in the shower and then remove the shape slowly.